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ADVOCATING FOR FREEDOM, FAMILY, AND THE FUTURE
Jordan has been a resident of South Jordan for over 30 years. A Jordan School District graduate, he is now raising his own family here with his wife, Aliona, and their three kids. He is deeply invested in the community’s future.
Jordan graduated with honors from BYU and the J. Reuben Clark Law School. He has experience working in constitutional law and international legal reform. He now works for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, negotiating complex legal agreements.
Jordan is constantly serving—coaching local sports teams, volunteering as a substitute teacher, and giving back to the community he loves. Serving in the Utah House of Representatives since 2021, he has worked tirelessly to protect Utah values and advocate for our community’s needs.
Recognized as a 2024 Defender of Liberty and 2024 Business Champion, Jordan has been honored for his commitment to protecting life, liberty, and individual liberties.
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Great night hosting my Family Night on the Hill at the Capitol!
I love bringing constituents up to the Capitol during the session to tour the building, talk through how the legislative process really works, and hear directly from families about the issues that matter most to them.
Thank you to everyone who joined me tonight. I truly appreciate the thoughtful questions, the great conversations, and the chance to connect in person at Utah’s beautiful State Capitol.
As the session moves forward, we spend more time each day on the House floor debating bills openly and moving legislation forward. That dedicated floor time is where legislation is scrutinized by the full body, improvements are made, and important decisions are reached transparently.
Today, I was especially pleased to see my bill, HB186, Judicial Conduct Commission Amendments, pass the House unanimously and head to the Senate. The Judicial Conduct Commission (JCC) plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity, independence, and public trust of Utah’s judiciary by reviewing complaints and holding judges to high ethical standards. Outside of my legislative service, I have had the responsibility of serving on the JCC, which gave me firsthand insight into the importance of this work and where clarifying updates could help the Commission better carry out its duties.
House floor debate is always open to the public. Anyone is welcome to attend in person, and all debates can be watched live or on demand at le.utah.gov. I encourage anyone interested to follow along as the Legislature debates issues that matter to Utah. And if you are ever at the Capitol, I would love to have you join me on the floor to see firsthand how legislation is debated.
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Today was a great reminder of why I love this work--people and policy.
I had the chance to meet with students from American Preparatory Academy, and they were fantastic. They asked smart, thoughtful questions about the legislative process and showed real curiosity about how government works in Utah. If they’re any indication of what’s coming next, our state’s future is in very good hands.
I also met with two Salt Lake County candidates who are stepping up to serve their communities: Kent Davis, who is running for District Attorney, and Shane Manwaring, who is running for Sheriff. It’s encouraging to see people willing to put in the work to build safer, stronger communities.
On the policy side, I presented HB217, Stolen Vehicle Amendments, in committee today. The bill improves stolen vehicle recovery statewide by preventing overly restrictive local reporting delays, while still allowing up to a 48-hour reporting window for rental car companies. That balance should help reduce costs for renters and insurers alike. I appreciated having one of my constituents, Anna, there to testify in support of the bill. I’m pleased to report the bill passed unanimously and now heads to the House floor.
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During the legislative session, I send out a weekly email with updates on the bills I’m working on, the issues being debated, and the priorities guiding my decisions. During the rest of the year, those updates go out monthly.
It’s my way of keeping you informed about what’s happening at the Capitol, why it matters, and how it impacts our community. Transparency and accountability matter to me, and I want you to have a clear window into the process.
If you’d like a behind-the-scenes look at the session and regular updates from me, I invite you to sign up here: app.indigov.com/pub/21f44c29-3347-4f03-90f2-62815d615adb/subscriptions/new?audience=23b6a8ff-5052...
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A lot of the real work at the Legislature happens in committee.
That’s where bills are examined line by line, tough questions get asked, and ideas are debated and refined before anything moves forward. I spent much of today in committee meetings, including presenting HB 223 before the House Government Operations Standing Committee.
One thing that makes Utah’s legislative process fairly unique is how open it is to public participation. Any member of the public can testify on any bill, and you do not have to be at the Capitol to do so. Utah allows online testimony, meaning anyone from anywhere in the state (or even outside the state) can share their support, opposition, or perspective on legislation.
Committees are where many of the most important decisions are made. These meetings may not always make headlines, but this is where bills are shaped, improved, and strengthened, and where your voice can have the greatest impact.
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One of the best parts of serving in the legislature is spending time with and hearing directly from constituents. these conversations help keep the work here grounded in the real needs of our communities.
Today was Aerospace and Defense Day on the Hill, hosted by 47G. 47G is a Utah-based organization working to position our state as the nation’s premier ecosystem for aerospace and defense. They brought together interactive displays from more than 50 Utah companies, giving legislators a firsthand look at the technologies shaping the future.
As I worked through the exhibits, I ran into one of my constituents, Dylan. Dylan is a former member of the military who now works as a Program Manager at the Nucleus Institute here in Utah. Nucleus is a nonprofit that brings together universities, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to help move big ideas from research to real-world application.
Dylan represents what makes Utah special. He took the leadership and sense of mission he gained through military service and is now applying it to building the next generation of technology and opportunity in our state. At Nucleus, he helps connect innovators with the partners, resources, and pathways needed to turn ideas into companies.
Seeing constituents like Dylan involved in this work is incredibly encouraging. These efforts create high-quality jobs, attract talent, and position Utah as a leader in aerospace, defense, cyber, and advanced technology.
I am a strong supporter of these industries and the people behind them. Utah’s future depends on fostering innovation, supporting entrepreneurs, and ensuring talented individuals can build their careers and families right here at home.
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